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We're home to the "Town of Spectre" movie set from Tim Burton's classic "Big Fish"! Looking for a peaceful place to fish or picnic? Need a natural photography backdrop? Do you enjoy overnight camping in a serene location? You can visit the many goats and sheep that freely roam the upland. This relaxing paradise could be the perfect place for you!
There is a ramp to launch your boat and it is also a beautiful place to kayak or canoe. You will find peaceful waters and also access to the Alabama River. Jackson Lake Island has everything you and your family need for some a peaceful day outdoors.
The cost for the entire day is $5.00 each for those over the age of 10. Children 10 yrs and under are $3 and 2 years and under are free. Camping overnight is $15.00 per person per night and $5 for children 10 yrs old and under. Little ones 2 yrs and under are free.
This is a unique and relaxing place to visit, especially for outdoors-loving families with children.
We took a weekend camping trip in a group of several families with children age 3-8 years old. We had a wonderful time relaxing on the island amidst beautiful scenery and friendly goats. We enjoyed exploring the island and movie set, and the kids enjoyed the playground.
The goats were delightful. Several were very friendly and climbed into our laps, and most were inquisitive and would approach for treats and petting. You shouldn't come here if you don't like goats--it is their island and you are their guest. The herd made rounds of the road around the campground and visited all the camp sites. We loved it, but those with unsecured food items should expect goats to sample them.
Campers should bring plenty of drinking water for their stay. There is a small but tidy bathroom facility with a shower stall, but all campsites are primitive.
LOVED this place! Could spend all day here and not get bored. Even think we spotted Ewan Macgregor's shoes from the movie. Loved the goats. With a little patience while feigning disinterest, I was soon swamped with goats of all ages and got to love on some of the little babies. Very much fun, clean and well kept grounds, friendly and helpful caretakers. Best day of our vacation. HIGHLY recommend!!!
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So cool to visit this film set from Big Fish! I love the line full of dangling shoes when you walk through the trees into the town! It’s on an island and the remoteness of the location, surrounded by water, truly gives this place a otherworldly feeling. I imagine the location scout that discovered the island was jumping for joy.
The old buildings have a lot of character as the paint peels and there are some cool photo opportunities.
And the goats!! We witnessed a whole goat parade and it was the highlight of my week! I wish we’d brought some alfalfa pellets to feed them.
Perfect road trip stop on our journey across the Southeast.
It costs $5 per person to visit the island. Bring cash!
What an amazing film set captured in time and space! Loved the movie, and I appreciate that they keep this Movie Set, clean and available for educational purposes, and pure fun and enjoyment.
This is a self guided tour, you can either walk through Spectre and around the island or if you choose to stay in your vehicle, the road encircles the island so you can view most of the sites fairly well from inside your vehicle. If you enjoyed the movie Big Fish, it's definitely worth a visit, you get to literally walk through the town! Part of the forest prop is still there as well, making for an excellent photo opportunity😁
The island is beautiful and it is home to quite a few friendly goats, so even if you haven't seen the movie it's still worth a visit!
You can visit for the day or there are campsites available if you would like to stay overnight.
